What does ‘overdriving your headlights’ mean?
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Driving so fast that you could break your headlights.
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Driving so slow that your headlights go into standby mode.
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Driving over a bridge with your headlights on.
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Driving so fast that you cannot stop within the range of the headlights.
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Explanation
Overdriving your headlights means driving at a speed where your stopping distance exceeds the area illuminated by your headlights. Essentially, it means driving too fast to stop within the distance your headlights can light up. This is dangerous because it reduces your ability to see and react to upcoming hazards.
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